English practice for interviews thanks to Platzi
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Pitch
I am a Software Developer. Some of my strengths include working as a backend developer with
JavaScript and PHP. I studied Telematic Engineering, and I am currently a student at Platzi. Recently,
I worked as a backend developer for several companies, utilizing technologies such as Laravel
and NodeJS, where I developed software for individuals from Panama and Colombia. Now, I am
seeking to change my job, as I am very interested in working with new technologies and frameworks.
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Experience
I have 5 years of experience working as a backend developer with technologies such as PHP and
JavaScript. At the same time, I am learning new skills to work with JavaScript and PHP technologies,
specifically NodeJS and Laravel. Additionally, I have acquired experience working with database
engines, including MySQL and PostgreSQL. I have also been able to work with the Scrum methodology, collaborating with co-workers to assist them with their tasks.
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Why do you want to work for this company and why
should we hire you?
I admire your company’s results in the industry, and I would like to get experience working with
the same technologies.I am goal-oriented, and I deliver exceptional results working for many companies developing software.
Since I have worked with people from different countries, I adapt easily and work well with other
cultures. I am sure I would be a good match for this position. I am interested in working with new
technologies to achieve company goals.
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Talking about your skills and competencies
Due to my technical skills I have a natural ability to get along with people and participate in teams with many talents. I have built a good relationship with work colleagues and I like to help them to improve
their skills. I would like to learn new technologies quickly and use my abilities to get goals for the company and our team.
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What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Strengths
I am detail-oriented in projects I work on. I like to collaborate with co-workers without knowledge. I am very organized and disciplined, and I prioritize communication instead of anything. It’s the most important skill in a team.
Weaknesses?
Sometimes I recognize I am slow with my work. Being too detailed makes me slow with my task. But I have to say my work quality is very well when I deliver projects, and I am happy about that.
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Salary expectaion
Example I: My salary expectation is between $A and $B because my experience in these technologies and my experience with important projects in the industry make me prepared for this position.
Example II: According to my qualifications, experience, and professional achievement, I would
expect a salary in the range of $A and $B.
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I am very interested to see how technological progress in the world. It is really fascinating to
see it. But I don’t want to be only a user, I want to help to build it. I would like to work with
people with the same interests and with vanguard technology all my life, and AI is the current way.
Also, I know that English is very important to achieve this goal and I want to use it and improve
it a lot.
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Answering situational questions
1. What would you do if you had to collaborate with a coworker that is difficult to work with?
It’s OK if we have different opinions o way with a coworker. The most important thing between us is
communication. Without communication will be serious problems in the team and the leader, or I
as the lead, need to organize a one-to-one meeting to solve the problem.
2. What would you do if you made a big mistake and no one noticed? Would you address the mistake even if it will slow down things, or would you ignore it and not tell anyone?
In the past, I make that mistake and I regret it. I didn’t ask for help and if I could do it, the
problem have been very easy to solve. Since then, I ask for help always I need it. It’s easy and
very significant to find support from the rest of the team.
3. What would you do if you were asked to complete a task that you had never done before?
It’s not a difficulty for me. I am looking for new challenges constantly. I need to solve new
problems because I bored quickly, and I need to learn more about my work.
4. If you knew that your boss was completely wrong about something, what would you do?
In the past, I spoke with my boss about my vision for the work, and It’s important to communicate.
Many times the boss is wrong from my perspective and that it’s OK. I have to collaborate on the
issue with my experience.
5. What would you do if you were a manager and one of your team members was not reaching goals and expectations?
First of all, I could talk with this member about why he doesn’t reach his goals. It’s my work to
help him with his tasks. Later a few weeks, the member doesn’t improve with his goals, I talk
about it with him again and find for external help.
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Questions for the interviewer
How would you describe the company culture?
What do you like most about working here?
How do you define and measure success for this role?
What are the three most important things that you would like me to accomplish in the first six months if I were hired?
What do you think is the most challenging aspect of this position?
Will I have the opportunity to meet the team during the interview process?
Are there opportunities for professional growth?
..the next steps and how you should follow up.
